Abstract:
"The U.S.A." improves students reading comprehension while also providing a useful overview of American culture and traditions. With an increased emphasis on the reading-writing connection, this edition has been revised to include updated research and statistics, as well as explanations of current attitudes and customs. A new chapter, High-Tech Communications, discusses the impact of technology on major areas of life in the United States. Other new features include: Pre-reading and guess questions for each chapter.Completely new illustrations, including many photographs and cartoons.Comprehension checks throughout each reading.Longer, more varied exercises with additional paired and smallgroup work. Includes a Teacher s Manual with valuable teaching tips, background information, exercise answers, and tests for each chapter. "